Labette Community College Hosts 3rd Annual Cardinal Madness to Kick Off Spring Basketball Season

Parsons, KAN. — Labette Community College is excited to announce the 3rd Annual Cardinal Madness on Wednesday, January 22, at the Zetmeir Family Athletic Complex. This event will mark the start of spring semester courses and celebrate the beginning of conference basketball season. It promises to be an evening full of high-energy basketball, school spirit, and exciting surprises for the entire LCC community.

The event begins at 5:30 p.m. with the LCC Women’s Basketball Team facing off against Neosho County Community College. Following the women’s game, the LCC Men’s Basketball Team will take the court at 7:30 p.m., also battling Neosho County in what is sure to be a thrilling matchup. Fans are invited to show their support by filling the stands with school pride.

In addition to the basketball games, the evening will feature the reveal of Caroline the Cardinal, the newest member of the LCC mascot family, during halftime of the women’s game. The idea for Caroline started with the LCC Spirit Squad. Next, LCC graduate, Hayden Bennett, created the original design by drawing inspiration from Chris the Cardinal and LCC cheerleading uniforms. From Bennett’s design, a company specializing in custom mascot suits, produced the Caroline suit. The entire LCC campus is buzzing with excitement in anticipation of Caroline officially “hatching” to join Chris the Cardinal and bring even more school spirit to the campus.

What to Expect at Cardinal Madness:

• FREE Cardinal Madness T-shirts - for the first 100 fans!
• Women’s Basketball Game – 5:30 p.m. | LCC vs. Neosho County
• Men’s Basketball Game – 7:30 p.m. | LCC vs. Neosho County
• Meet Caroline the Cardinal – Be the first to see the new mascot and take photos with both Chris and Caroline at the special photo booth.
• Complimentary Concessions – Enjoy free hotdogs, chips, popcorn, and beverages while supplies last.
• Halftime Games & Prizes – Participate in fun games during halftime and win exciting prizes.
• School Spirit – Wear red to show your Cardinal pride and get ready for a night full of enthusiasm and excitement.

“Cardinal Madness is more than just an event—it’s a celebration of everything that makes LCC special,” said Lindi Forbes, LCC Spirit Squad Coach. “The energy in the gym, the passion of our fans, and the thrill of unveiling Caroline the Cardinal make this a night you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re a student, alumni, or part of the community, this is your chance to experience a milestone in Cardinal history!”

Cardinal Madness is a family-friendly event, open to the public, and the perfect way to celebrate the start of a new semester. LCC invites students, staff, alumni, and fans of all ages.

For more information, visit the LCC Athletics website at labette.edu/athletics or follow LCC Athletics on social media.